Iceland Summer 2024 🇮🇸 Best Travel Tips, Temperatures, Daylight & Itinerary!
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June 21st Summer Solstice Yacht Party:
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South Coast tour:
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Golden Circle:
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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon tour:
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Snæfellsnes Peninsula tour:
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Puffin Tour:
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Whale Watching:
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00:00 Intro
00:51 Local Tips: Midnight Sun vs. Northern Lights
02:07 Local Tips: Puffins & Whales
02:55 Local Tips: Your Flight Arrives At Keflavík
03:38 Local Tips: How To Get to Reykjavik from Airport
04:05 Local Tips: How long it takes to get to Reykjavik
04:34 Local Tips: Tax-Free Duty Free Store
05:07 Local Tips: Book your accommodation in central Reykjavik
05:51 Local Tips: Reykjavik Opens at 11:00am
06:17 Local Tips: Don't buy water in the stores
06:38 Perfect Summer Itinerary
07:05 Day 1: Reykjavik Food Walk
08:45 Day 1: Sky lagoon
09:36 Dinner Recommendations
10:20 Day 2: South Coast
11:59 Day 3: Local Day in Iceland
15:16 Day 4: Sightseeing
15:43 Day 4 option #1: Golden Circle
16:23 Day 4 option #2: Snæfellsnes Peninsula
17:09 Tour Discounts!
17:49 Summer Weather / Average Temperatures
18:22 Daylight in Iceland
18:54 Packing List Recommendations
19:08 Special Dates & Events: June 17th
19:49 Summer Solstice Yacht Party
20:31 Merchant's Weekend
21:10 Reykjavik Pride
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Will YOU be enjoying the midnight sun with us on our Summer Solstice Yacht Party June 21st? 👀☀
Will be hiking in Landmannalaugar that day and staying in the South that night. Not sure if there would be any special event there. Will try to stay up past midnight to experience the summer solstice.
Hi, cant find that event on your website. I will be in Iceland on June 21st, and very interested to join that event.
13:54. and 21:08. This bent fella is a Rear Admiral in the Icelandic Navy
I will be in Iceland in 4 days. First time traveler
You are very good at what you are doing! You make travelling to Iceland easier for those who do not have much time to do the planning.👍
Wow, thank you so much for the kind feedback ☺️
Yes!!!!🩵🧊
This is so insightful. I am currently planning a 30th birthday trip for me next year and this just gets me so excitedddddd, I wanna be 30 already. 😂 I hope to see you there in July next year! But until then, I will be daydreaming, and planning my Autumn 2024 holiday first 🤣
Awesome video! I will be in Iceland in July 2023! Looking forward to joining some of the tours you mentioned!
Hi from Brisbane Australia. What a beautiful place, I would love to visit Iceland one day.👍
this video just helped me decide my next trip. Looking forward to this since it's going to be my first solo trip and these tours look and sound amazing!
Iceland is incredible, was there almost ten years ago but it's still one of my favourite places because of now diverse the experiences can be. Volcano, ice, waterfall, geyser.. Plus the puffins are super cute. I didn't get to enjoy food because I was young and broke back then, so hopefully I can join your food tour next time!
How fun to hear that! We sure would love to have you on a foodie adventure when you come back :)
In my bucket list for sure. Thanks for the info.
Thank you. I’m from Malaysia and I will be heading to the UK for my studies. Iceland is on my list for the summer holidays 😊
I love Iceland and would like to work there over the summer
Wow great information!! I am planning to visit Iceland next September!! I will definitely use your links!
Woa hermoso ❤
thanks for the great tips. We will be spending a four day layover from Barcelona during solstice before continuing on home to Alaska. Really looking forward to experiencing Iceland.
That sounds awesome Thomas. I hope you have a great time here! 🇮🇸🥳
Brilliant video. I am arriving in Reykjavik on the 20th June for 4 days and I can't wait 🤩
A very excellent and useful video. I appreciate it.
Also, this fall, you should make another video about winter options, such as New Years fireworks, and where a tourist can go try out a Thorrablot feast in February.
Thank you so much Bruce for the nice comment and great suggestions! I really appreciate it and I’m really glad you enjoyed the video. The video suggestions have been added to the to-do list! They’ll all be made soon - I just need to figure out a faster way to edit these videos. 😅
Hi Dan, your videos are so awesome... very informative, detailed, witty, & light-hearted! Prior to my trip I watched many, but yours answered all my questions from transportation expectations to tours. Because of this, I ended up purchasing all 4 tours with WUR. I will continue to recommend WUR to anyone thinking about visiting Iceland!! Thank you again for such an AWESOME, WONDERFUL experience!!
Wow, thank you so much Denise! I’m so glad that my videos have been useful to you and that you enjoyed your stay! Your comment made my day ❤️❤️🇮🇸
Warmest regards,
Dan :)
I'm looking at doing the exact same! I'll be there a week so thinking I can fit in most of your tours! Going to E-mail you guys to see what would be best. Thank you for such an amazing video! @@WakeUpReykjavik.
I love Iceland 🇮🇸I am looking forward to booking the food tour for the group I am taking there in August. I love the easy going and fun personalities of the Icelandic people which definitely comes out in this video as well. 😊
VUHU!! 🇮🇸
We can't wait to see you in August, Tara. You'll be visiting during such a fun time! I'm sure you'll love it ❤️
THE BEST video on Reykjavik I have seen. I now feel super well informed for my visit next week.
Wow man. Thank you so much for such a great comment. I'm really glad this video was useful to you. I hope you have a blast on your trip next week!
- Dan :)
THANK YOU SO MUCH🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊
Thank you for the video! I'll be flying to Iceland with my friends in about 13 days. Thank you for all your tips and advice!
Thank you for watching 🥳
WOW!! ❤ Thank you for your fabulous, expert local knowledge. I have wanted to visit Iceland for as long as I can remember. Now married, my husband and I are planning a trip to your country, even thinking of immigrating to Iceland. We currently live in New Zealand, in the South Island surrounded by mountains, and lakes. Iceland seems to offer everything we love about life, so we are so looking forward to visiting!
Thank YOU for watching and writing such a sweet comment 🥰❤️
Thank you, fantastic information
A very nice and detailed presentation of Iceland and the capital! I'm a big fun of Iceland, I hope to visit soon, and I will definitely join you
Thank you for the kind words George. I really appreciate it.
We hope to see you in Iceland soon! 🇮🇸
@@WakeUpReykjavik. I will be there from 3rd to 9th August! Looking forward to join your lovely group.for.nice activities..into beautiful moments in Iceland
Alright, I am completely sold here. I am buying my tickets NOW! This is easiest one of the best guides I have ever seen :) Thanks a lot!
Hey!
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words!
I'm sure you'll love it!
Let me know if you have any questions ❤️
Thank you! I'm planning to go summer 2024
Wow, this video on traveling to Iceland is simply amazing! I've always dreamed of visiting this beautiful country, and now I feel like I have all the expert tips and tricks to make the most out of my trip.
I love how the host is so cheerful and motivating, making me feel like anything is possible when it comes to exploring Iceland. From the stunning landscapes to the friendly locals, I can't wait to experience it all for myself.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. You've truly inspired me to book my trip and make unforgettable memories in Iceland!
Thank you Noki! ❤
I'd just like to say... all of the info he provided is so accurate. Plz see my comment. 😊
This has just encouraged me to go to Iceland sooner than later ❤
Thank you so much for the kind words! We hope to see you here soon!
@@WakeUpReykjavik. coming soon 😍
And have booked with you a few tours!!!
Going to Iceland for the first time next week and this video was extremely helpful! Thank you!!
Awesome to hear Monica! 🥳🇮🇸
Thank you so much for this valuable video. I went ahead and booked your food tour as a result.
Wonderful news! Thank you so much for the kind words, I'm so glad you're signed up for our tour. We can't wait to see you and I have no doubt you'll love it! ❤️
😮excelente aprendizaje
Thank you for your perfect guiding. lots of thing that I didnt know was good to know , you told in this video.thank you!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! We hope to do more videos like this in the future so stay tuned! ☺️
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unlike me Arrived in Iceland on 18th June rtn to UK 21th June 6am I missed out both special events in Reykjavik.
if you arrive early you could get the bus to the Blue lagoon direct from the airport. I've great time here maybe next year.
Excellent Video. Thank You. Hoping to visit end of August.
You are so welcome! We sure hope to see you then 🫶
When i travel to Iceland ill go for the beautiful nature, got 2 good tips anyway
i just arrived back from a school trip to iceland, we arrived at 8:00am and on the first day, walked around reykjavík, and did most of the day 4 option 1 activities, including the secret lagoon! we also took a ferry to a southern island on the second day, i think it was called eldfell, and that was beautiful too! i would highly recommend it! 😊obviously my trip was pre planned by school but this is a very clear guide and would have been ideal if i was looking for myself!
School trip to Iceland, wow... nice school...
@@Boba89czv loool most schools in my area go to iceland, and trust me it’s not upper class
outstanding video, thanks for all the tips and excellent information!
Glad it was helpful!
ICE LAND ❤❤
You asked. Dan, for topics to deal with in future videos. My suggestion/request is Icelandic music. As well as internationally known artists such as Víkingur Ólafsson & Olafur Arnalds, there is hopefully more local musical talent that we can access during a visit.
I 'm sure the drinking water in Iceland is the best drinking water. thank you for the great infor.
Thank you for the tips
Thank you for watching!
I literally change our small itinerary for our 2nd day in Iceland and booked this Food tour!! haha So exciting! See ya'll in July!
Haha that's amazing!! We can't wait to see you! 🥳
Makes me more excited about my visit to Iceland in September 2023. Lucky to have bumped to this video. Thank you soooo much for this very informative vid.
Thank you for the kind words. Glad my video came ln handy!
Excellent advice. 2024
Thanks for sharing very informative ❤
Glad it was helpful! 🧡
Was in Akureyri last summer when it hit 22 and was the first time I broke a sweat in Iceland while not hiking, lol.
Heeey!
Ohh nice! Wow, it's been a while since I saw 22 here in Iceland. Uncommon but definitely awesome when it happens haha!
Heading to Iceland in August!
VUHU! Super exciting 🇮🇸
Such a fun time to visit. Our 'culture night' in Iceland this year will be on August 19th! 👀
Also a possibility to catch the northern lights if you're here during the later part of August ❤️
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Awesome video
Ah! Wish i had known earlier. We would be there in June for the summer solstice but not in Reykyavik on 21st itself. What a pity . Awesome video though. Thank you for all the useful information.
Oh no! We would have loved to have you at our Summer Solstice event. Maybe next year!
I hope you have an awesome time here in Iceland Sylvia! 🇮🇸🥳
That sounds interesting
Interesting video
thanks for the info! we are flying to reykaflik on July 10th, good job!
Wait a minute, me too! From where are you departing? Ottawa?
@@TerrificCupid40 No, were departing from Boston Logan International, at 11:25PM
@@ForTheMemes-tk6fc i see, for me from ottawa then to toronto then reykjavik. hey, who knows, we might see eachother! i will randomly say "for the memes" and hollow knight pfp in public. u say agor i guess.
Great Video Dan!
Thank you Wade! 🥳
Eek, only 6 weeks & 6 days to go. Cannot wait 😊
VUHU!! 🇮🇸
Glad to hear that you're excited. I have no doubt you'll love it! ❤️
Great tips, thanks! 🙂
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! We will be doing your food tour in June. Would love to do the Summer Solstice Yacht Party but it doesn't line up with our itinerary but I'll remember to plan for it next year. You showed the Secret Lagoon and Sky Lagoon. I'm curious which lagoon is at the 14:20 mark, the one where you're enjoying a beer. Thanks.
Heeey!
Dan here 🥳
Awesome to hear that you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the nice words!
We'd love to have you on our Yacht Party next year!
Great question. The lagoon at the 14:20 mark is called Hvammsvík Hot Spring. It opened up just a couple of months ago and is located approx. 40 minutes driving from Reykjavik. Would definitely recommend. Very nice and kosy!
Hi. Helpful video. Do u have one for travelers in September?
Headed to Iceland in July!
VUHU!! I just know you’ll love it!
How long will you be staying and what do you plan on doing here in Iceland? 🇮🇸🇮🇸
One week, and no plans yet…
Nice
Your video was insightful! I want to know if I can see puffins in 1st week of September?
Great video.
Question: when it happens, do you see the northern lights from anywhere in Iceland, or is there parts of Iceland that provides better view than others?
I'll be there 5 weeks from today.
Only 3 weeks to go! 🥳
Lets gooo 😮🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤
LET'S GO! 🥳🥳
Great and very helpful video! Do Reykjavik and/or Kopavogur have many coffee shops or bakeries that open before the 11:00-11:30 opening hours you mentioned being typical for most shops and restaurants? Thank you!
Heeey Karen!
That's a great question!
For the longest time, I was convinced that absolutely everything was closed until 11:30 (shops / restaurants).
But there are a few spots that open earlier, here centrally in Reykjavik.
Breakfast / Café's that open at 8:00am: Cafe Loki and Hressó (both great)
Good coffee spots that open at 8:00am: Kaffibrennslan (that I mentioned in the video) & Reykjavik Roasters.
So those will all work for coffee / breakfast, while most other restaurants (or shops) won't open until later!
I hope that helps! ❤️
Hi Dan Awesome intro to the Iceland Summer tour. I am most interested in coming to Iceland the 'worst' tourist season. Can you recommend one, please?! January/February can you pickup the challenge? The channel is Great! Many greetings.
Heeey!
Dan here :)
Thank you for the nice words! Glad you liked it!
I'd love to help out, To be sure I understand you correctly; were you asking for tours to do during January/February or a video about visiting during that time? Let me know and I'll answer you right away 🥳
@@WakeUpReykjavik. Hi Dan, yes, the video about what to do Jan/Feb and how to prepare like locals do. It would be great! Thank you.
We are planning on a quick trip to Iceland soon and I have been looking forward to it and somewhat dreading it. I am mobility challenged and I have difficulty walking long distances or up and down hills or stairs. Do you have any tour recommendations for someone who wants to see a lot of things but cannot depend on their legs for very long?
Thank you so much for your great video. Will we be able to see the northern lights in mid august in Reyjkavik? Thanks.
Thank you so much for your vlog! My wife and I are planning on coming in mid October. What is the temperature/weather like at that time. What would the chances be in seeing the Northern Lights at that time.
Great video, thank you for all the information. We will be there mid June and have booked a South Coast tour, do you know if there are puffins on this tour?
The South Coast visits The Black Sand Beach, sometimes we have puffins hanging out there so you might get lucky! 🐦
Great video. I'm coming next Thursday but arrive at midnight from Prague.I'll only have Friday and Saturday as full days and a morning on Sunday. What do you recommend? Is it possible to see a volcano? Golden circle?
What an amazing video. Thanks so much for the info! Does the summer promo code work for the Summer Solstice party as well? Would love to join!
Heeeey Janey!
Dan here :)
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
The promo code summer works on all tours but not our yacht party event (unfortunately), but I can promise that it will be amazing!
I hope to see you there! 🇮🇸🥳
5:55 it looks like that most stores close early. Are there any souvenir shops open late?
We went for a week with our grandchild and daughter. We travelled from Stockholm Sweden so its a 2 h 30 min flight. Everything is very Scandinavian well organized. For you veggies as me and my husband there are good options. Iceland is also very welcoming for us gay people and that is also a Scandinavian standard. Blue Lagoon is a very special experience, i could stay there for days. Expensive not that much. One strange thing that we all saw was the lack of curtains in the windows. If you are in to arts and all sorts of culture there are a lot of things to do. The benefits of the city is that you can walk and there are good communications by bus, sadly there bus app wasnt that smooth working. So my take overall Yes go there
We are coming to Iceland in mid-June and really looking forward to it! We will have our almost 1 yr old. Are minors generally allowed in restaurants and breweries? We would love to do the food walk, rooftop lounge and some breweries. He will be in a baby carrier or stroller.
And any other tips on travelling with a baby are greatly appreciated! A puffin visit is definitely on the list :)
Heeey Allison!
Dan here 🥳
Awesome! In regards to restaurants = definitely minor friendly.
My little guy just turned 2 years old. We've never had any issue and most restaurants will have minor seats available.
In regards to breweries, I don't think you'll run into any problems there either. There are a lot of great pubs and craft bar spots here in central Reykjavik but not too many breweries. Most of them are located outside the central area. There is one however called 'Bryggjan Brugghus' which is in the central downtown area that brew fantastic beer.
I hope this helps!
I will really appreciate if you can advise me on tours - I’m be there 4-5 days in January
Hi Dan, I’ll be arriving Reykjavik from the USA to embark a cruise ship in mid August. Is there any half day activity I can join before boarding the ship at 4pm? I’m thinking of the blue lagoon if it’s possible 😅, thank you!
Waoo
What hotel should we book? We are looking for an upscale lovely boutique hotel that is moderately priced but luxurious.
Hi arriving on 8/19/23
Interested in golden circle tour 12 ppl
Also food tour
Snipers nest tour ?
Thnx
Heeey Farrukh!
That sounds amazing. You'll be arriving on 'Menningarnótt' / 'Culture Night' here in Iceland. Such a fun event.
We can arrange an awesome and fully private Reykjavik Food Walk and Golden Circle tour for you and your groups!
Best would be to get in touch via info@wakeupreykjavik.com and we'll
happily arrange the awesome tours for you 🥳
Hi what’s your email address
As a student in Akureyri, I am looking for a nice place to rent a cheap room. I don't mind the outskirts of Akureyri
Great video.
And on a side note, salute to Iceland on it's attempt to ban forced male circumcision.
Cheers.🍺
Is the cruise port for large ships near central Reykjavik? Thank you.
super helpful! I am travelling solo from June 24th onwards and planning to do a full ring road trip. Any tips? Should I stay at the camper sites or get air bnbs?
Hey there! How fun to hear! I think a great way to explore the ring road is also to check out the local swimming pools and what each little town has to offer. Depending on the lodging question, I think that one is more of a personal preference really than any other :)
Hello! On your website tours such as Golden Circle Adventure and South Coast Adventure tour have TripAdvisor rating but I don't find these tours and ratings/reviews on the actual TA site. Only for the food tour.
Arriving in Reykjavik the day before our cruise in August. Arriving at 8 am from Canada and was planning to take a Golden Circle express tour that starts at noon and then perhaps go to Sky Lagoon in the evening. Do you think it's too much for our arrival day?
Hey!
Great question. It definitely sounds like a packed (but very fun) day.
I think it's definitely possible.
I hope you'll enjoy it! 🇮🇸
Do you have vegan options?
Which restaurants do you recommend for vegans?
Can you make a tour plan for 8 days plz
We are planning to go in oct 2nd week.. Can we have travel tips n guide for this season
Hey Tanima!
Awesome to hear that you'll be visiting in October. It's a great time to experience Iceland 🇮🇸
Great question, our goal is to create a video for each month of the year. It's all on the to do list.
In the meantime:
View made a 'Visiting in October blog guide' which is possible to view here:
wakeupreykjavik.com/iceland-in-october-guide
We've also made a 'Iceland in Winter' youtube view which will hopefully come in handy: th-cam.com/video/jkYLOPQIBpo/w-d-xo.html
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11-11:30 opening. So not open for breakfast, coffee/tea?
Hey there Sharon! This might have been a bit confusing, of course there will be coffee shops, bakeries and such opened earlier - but the majority of restaurants, coffeehouses and stores open at around 11:00 am! :)
Which waterfall is shown at 0:25 ? Love your content!
What’s the place called where you were drinking the beer outside, looked like a hot spring?
Hvammsvik hot springs!
I'm visiting at Easter weekend. Not hiring a car what are your top tips? Where is open? Does public transport operate?
Our Celebrity Cruise will dock in Reykjovik in July and I would like to book the REYKJAVIK FOOD TOUR through your site to do on our own. Do you know how far it is from where our cruise ship docks and where we will meet for the REYKJAVIK FOOD TOUR? Can we walk there? If not, what should we do about transportation? Thank you very much for your advice.
Great question! Awesome to hear that you'd like to join the Reykjavik Food Walk ❤️ You'll most likely be porting at Skarfabakki which is a bit outside the central area. Harpa Concert Hall (meeting point for the tour) is 51 minutes walking but only 9 minutes by taxi.
The largest taxi provider here in Iceland is called Hreyfill 00354 588 5522
Hello Thanks for the video :) I was wondering if Food tour is vegetarian?
Hey there Sarah! A great question, the food walk can be suited for vegetarians but we need to know that beforehand - so just send us a line after you book so we can note it with the booking!
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I have a 7am flight for my departure. What transport arrangement is recommended or is it better to reach the airport near midnight and wait for the morning?
Hey Cho! A great question - The FlyBus goes every hour from 3:30 am so that should be no problem at all :)
You can see more here www.re.is/tour/flybus/
Is there a possibility to see northern lights in the month of April? I'm planning this trip next year. Although I'm also free in October but as I never driven left hand wheel car I'm scared to go in October as it might start snowing during those days. Please advice when should I travel in this case.
Thanks ^^